Achieve

AUGUST 28, 2016

If you’ve followed me on this blog or through my series of articles here, you’re familiar with my take on the need to move potential supporters from mere interest to deep engagement with your cause over time. If you’re a nonprofit executive, what can you do to get the public involved in your issue or cause?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

They created a page with details on what their organization does, why they are celebrating, a powerful story AND how your donation makes a difference, including a detailed and transparent list of where the money will go. After all, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of causes vying for your donor’s attention. That’s so early!”

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 24, 2022

At its heart, fundraising is helping others connect an existing passion directly to your cause. Once donors believe that your cause truly matters, giving almost becomes an afterthought. Are there other causes they are a part of? In addition, we have the ability to survey our donors and examine how they talk about our cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 15, 2009

Note from Beth: Last week, I wrote a reflection on a CNET article called "Crowded Roads Ahead for Charity 2.0," musing about the solution. I invited her to share her thoughts about cause fatigue and scaling as she launches the Twestival Local. I think too many times people are raising money without a specific objective in mind.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 9, 2021

That same article goes on to state, “That is why so few organizations have shifted to a culture of psychological safety in which the rewards of learning from failure can be fully realized.” To make it a light-hearted gathering, I used a foghorn or some type of silly noise maker to sound off after each failure was discussed.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

Does any of this sound familiar? And it keeps you from wondering why you’re not raising more money from your 10,000 email list – which really should be whittled down to half that size. As you expand services and need to raise more money, expanding the number of mailings you send makes a lot of sense. But you can do a lot more.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 9, 2021

Within Media Cause’s Creative, Brand, and Design team, one of our favorite things to do— besides creating incredible work for our clients—is sharing inspirational and educational resources with each other: articles, POVs, webinars, classes, books, case studies, blogs, tutorials, cheese. Community is key: working with, not for.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

It’s important to have a script that sounds like what you would say in a normal conversation. Let’s face it: Listening to “exciting updates” sounds about as enticing as watching paint dry. Reflect on their kindness: “[Their name], you have such a compassionate heart for [your cause] and we’re so thankful. It’s conversational.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this article, we’ll catalog ten nonprofit website best practices your organization can use to maximize your investment. A Better Website is Worth the Money Your website serves as a digital hub for your organization. If you haven’t crafted a solid mission statement yet, check out this article —it’ll guide you through each step!

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Whole Whale

JULY 18, 2022

The truth is nobody likes being asked for money and folks have developed incredible powers to detect when an ask is coming. Nonprofits offer the incredible opportunity to turn meaningless money into impact in the work. No one wants to read a long-winded email, especially when it comes to asking for money. Make it personal.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. I’ve updated my annual list of Top Tips to Raise More Money by Mail with the latest 2014 research and recommendations from my favorite mail gurus. Thanks Gail! Don’t let them slip away.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

Here are this week’s nonprofit highlights: What’s the sound of your nonprofit’s brand? Colleen Fahey’s article, How Audio Enhances Your Brand Content: Find Your Signature Sound , provides guidance for how your nonprofit can strengthen its voice. Have you ever thought about it? You should.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 3, 2022

If you can get yourself organized and get a plan in place, you can take advantage of the best time of year to make Asks and raise money. Sounds great, right? Plus, you should be loving on donors in between the Asks so they don’t feel like you only value them for their money. This success can be YOURS this year!

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Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

An article in Psychology Today suggests that “ people’s ability to think about information in new and unusual ways can actually be hampered when they wield too much brainpower.”. This is something we often think about at Media Cause when working with our clients. I know for me, it’s unequivocally the latter.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

In this article, we’re here to help you navigate the world of sorority and fraternity fundraising with CauseVox. Whether you’re aiming to raise money for a brand new house or to spruce up your current one, you need a solid plan. It takes careful planning, determination, and, of course, the funds to make it happen.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

And while that may sound low, it is double the rate of Facebook Pages. Habitat for Humanity focuses on periodically posting curated content relevant to the cause of homelessness and housing. Compared to other social networks, LinkedIn Ads are expensive and the site spends your money fast. 4) Experiment with LinkedIn Ads (maybe).

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Now, here’s the more surprising part of monthly giving: Not only do you get more money when someone gives a monthly gift, but the loyalty level increases. The more people care about your nonprofit’s cause, the more they give and the more often they give. For animal causes it’s about $22. But don’t stop there!

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it? Check out this blog article on effective fundraising communications tips you can use as you talk with your supporters. A funny, uplifting story can add value to someone’s day, as can an informative article about something they find interesting.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

You are passionate about your cause. It’s urgent that you always have the money to help fuel your mission. Sounds like you have some important things in common. Some people will be aligned with social causes other than your own. Small, Meet Small. Budding entrepreneurs are driven too. Six Steps to Make the Connection.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

So you can help your organization host more engaging and cost-effective fundraisers, this article walks through everything you need to know about event-free fundraising, including: What is an event-free fundraiser? An event-free fundraiser is just what it sounds like—a fundraiser with no in-person event element. Let’s get started.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

In this article, we’ll walk through six standout ideas to diversify your nonprofit’s revenue streams: Online shopping fundraisers. ShopRaise’s guide to shopping for a cause outlines how you can get started with an online shopping fundraiser in four easy steps: You partner with a shopping fundraiser platform. Restaurant partnerships.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 10, 2021

A drop is similar to an initial coin offering (ICO) in that it is a way for a platform to raise money. While NFTs are a great way to raise money for a platform, they’re also a great way to incentivize users to participate in a platform, which we’ll discuss later (Source: [link]. Top NFT Exchanges. The Future of NFTs.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

In this weekly nonprofit marketing link roundup , we’re taking a look at articles that are all about online fundraising strategies. The following articles were curated between August 28th and September 1st 2017. In this article, Classy gives 7 actionable approaches to keeping your content on track to reaching your goals. #3

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

In this weekly nonprofit marketing link roundup , we’re taking a look at articles that are all about digital fundraising strategies. The following articles were curated between August 28th and September 1st 2017. In this article, Classy gives 7 actionable approaches to keeping your content on track to reaching your goals. #3

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 20, 2017

The United Nations has defined slacktivism as when people “support a cause by performing simple measures” but “are not truly engaged or devoted to making a change.” Facebook also has a Temporary Profile Picture feature, which has been popular in bringing awareness, showing solidarity and supporting causes. What is slacktivism?

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

MAY 13, 2020

Users just set a limit of how much they are willing to spend, and the app will immediately send a donation to match what a friend has given to a cause. You may be thinking that such a simple boost to your outreach sounds too good to be true. This can even be done completely automatically! What supporters will love.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Language that centers around how the donor can punch up their gift for your cause. Cause Marketing. Walkathons, for example, could benefit greatly from donations of water bottles or food, or even a stage and sound system for a post-walkathon concert ( Booster’s walkathon guide can show you exactly how this can play out).

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

We’re here to talk about “Raising More Money By Asking and Answering Better Questions.” And the better you get at the whole suite of donor engagement, the more money you’re going to raise. And that gets you, again, much more money in the long run. . Well, good afternoon, everybody.

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Achieve

MAY 21, 2017

Sound familiar? As nonprofit and cause leaders, we wish every individual had the opportunity, interest, and time to meet the people we serve and see the impact of our work in real time. Even without big technology budgets, nonprofits and causes are proving increasingly adept at immersing donors in their mission and work.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Unfortunately, when it comes to technology-related RFPs, nonprofit organizations often write inadequate proposals that waste time and money for the nonprofit and the responding vendors. Expertise and time cost money. In theory, an RFP’s intention is to filter vendors for quality and ensure competitive pricing.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2023

Because events are one of the most engaging ways to raise money for your cause, many nonprofits start fundraising events to attract new supporters. Your organization spends time, effort, and money to plan logistical details and spread the word about the event. Events for first-time supporters. Events with photographers.

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Double the Donation

APRIL 8, 2021

As is implied, a higher retention rate also means your company doesn’t have to deal with as much turnover, hiring, and training, which saves you a lot of money down the road. For the purpose of this article, we’re going to focus on some of the top philanthropic efforts a company can put forth that in turn boost employee engagement.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. More and more money is donated on this national day of giving each year. Try a modernized telethon.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 27, 2013

Most donors believe that they are giving to worthwhile causes, but few conduct the necessary research to determine how effectively an organization uses donations to accomplish its mission. By reacting to an unfavorable evaluation and improving its program, the nonprofit demonstrated its commitment to its cause. Like this article?

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Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

A reality, though, for many nonprofits is that they have a hard time marketing their fundraising needs and getting a diverse portfolio of people to invest in their cause. This is as easy as it sounds! What we are talking about is how well a nonprofit can support its mission with fundraising dollars. Donation page or form.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

This article shares insights from nonprofit marketers. . They used text in this video, which makes it easier for connect with people on mobile, who usually prefer sound-off viewing. This video (and more that followed) did indeed empower their most impassioned supporters to raise money for them.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 17, 2014

Nothing says, “This organization is worth your time and money” better than a satisfied supporter or volunteer who passionately believes that your organization is truly worth his time and money. You don’t want your stories to sound like obvious marketing pitches. The big question is how do you get people chatting?

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